The 31st Annual Hampton Bay Days, one of the largest family-friendly festivals and largest "Green" events on the entire east coast, is happy to welcome Tidewater Dock Dogs Inaugural Summer Splashdown!

The competition will take place in downtown Hampton in front of the Virginia Air & Space Center on King Street. Watch as teams compete for cash, ribbons, prizes, and of course, bragging rights! Tidewater DockDogs events dazzle spectators with high-flying canine athleticism! Spectators will have a chance to cheer on all levels of teams, from new to experienced, as canine splash down into a 28,000 gallon pool.

Competitions include Big Air (long jump for dogs), Speed Retrieve (teams race against the clock), Extreme Retrieval (high jump for dogs).

Dog owners are invited to bring any dog over the age of six months that loves the water and enjoys playing fetch, regardless of breed, size, shape, or ability.

All dogs are welcome to compete, and those new to the sport can introduce their dogs to this fast-growing sport and receive tips on coaching from Tidewater DockDogs members.